Jesseawilson
Super Freak
A close place to stay is the Hard Rock Hotel. I'm sure it's a little pricey but it's about a 2 minute walk to the convention center, plus if you walk the other way then there are some very good resterants and pubs.
I plan on staying there next year, there is no real need for a rental car that way.
Nope just about 2 grand for the hotel though.